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CYBER, IT AND AI SYMPOSIUM
for Government, Small Businesses, Mid-tier, and Large Companies
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Tuesday, July 30, 2024
3:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Silver Spring Civic Center
1 Veterans Place
Silver Spring, MD. 20910
Cost: $75 - $125
Early-bird, Government, and NCMA member pricing is available!
CLICK HERE TO RSVP NOW!
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Join us for our upcoming Cyber, IT and AI Symposium, where we will host key Federal Government procurement executives, Small Business personnel, mid-tier companies, and large enterprises.
During this occasion, you will be in a position to engage with people who can assist you in moving the needle regarding the growth of your company or your strategic pursuits.
There will be three vital sessions that you won’t want to miss:
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Matchmaking - where large companies/corporations devote time to small businesses to discuss teaming opportunities and strategies for pursuing Federal Government contracts. Google, Koniag Government Services, USAID, EPA and other companies will meet with our Small and Mid-tier businesses. (The matchmaking session includes entrance into the Cyber, IT and AI Panel Discussion.)
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Cyber Security, IT and AI Panel Discussion - there will be an expert panel discussion involving Federal Government procurement and other experts regarding opportunities and challenges relative to navigating the ever-evolving Cyber, IT and AI environment as it relates to the Federal Government.
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Networking Happy Hour - this will be an engaging networking event involving over 150 quality businesses interested in teaming up to pursue contracts together in the Federal Government procurement space. (The networking happy hour includes entrance into the Cyber, IT and AI Panel Discussion.)
Why should you attend:
- You will get one-on-one opportunities to speak firsthand with Federal Government agency personnel regarding available opportunities within the Federal Government.
- Small businesses will be able to speak with mid-tier and large enterprises about teaming opportunities.
- You will receive on-site Business-to-Government (B2G) networking skills training provided by Omega B2G Networking Certified Instructor, including tips on in-person networking best practices.
- The panel discussion is complimentary to both the matchmaking and networking happy hour participants.
- Two attendees will be given lifetime achievement awards.
- Gift cards will be given to the most effective networkers who meet specified criteria.
- Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine, and refreshments will be provided to our guests.
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Government employees and NCMA members can take advantage of special promotion codes when you register! Please see the promo code information below.
Agencies that will be in attendance include:
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U.S. Department of the Interior, Budget, Finance, Grants and Acquisition
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization
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U.S. National Institutes of Health, Acquisition and Logistics Management
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U.S. Agency for International Development, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization
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WARREN EDWARDS
Warren is the president of Fed Gov Con Connect that was originally established as the McPherson Square Business Council in 2008 and reimagined into Fed Gov Con Connect, LLC in 2022.
Warren is also an Omega Certified B2B and B2G Networking instructor.
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FED GOV CON CONNECT, LLC
Fed Gov Con Connect's primary focus is to utilize our years of effective networking skills within the Federal Government Contracting space to assist small, mid-tier, and large businesses in their efforts to win Federal Government contracts.
We connect our clients to key people in procurement, including vital Teaming Partners.
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NCMA BETHESDA/MEDICAL
The National Contract Management Association (NCMA) is a professional association with 100 chapters and over 20,000 members dedicated to the profession of contract management.
NCMA Bethesda/Medical Chapter of NCMA. Bethesda is the heart of the biotech industry and the government agencies that support and promote the biotech and medical industry.
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KIMBERLY BALL
Ms. Ball serves as the Director of the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). USAID/OSDBU coordinates the Small Business Program and is the initial point of contact at USAID for all categories of U.S. small businesses.
Prior to joining OSDBU in 2008, Ms. Ball served as a Contract Specialist in USAID’s Management/Office of Acquisition and Assistance (M/OAA).
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DIANE FRASIER
Ms. Frasier is the former Director of Acquisition and Logistics Management and Head of Contract Activity for the National Institues of Health (NIH).
Ms. Frasier oversaw all of NIH’s acquisition, property, supply and transportation programs. She initiated the design, development and implementation of the NIH Contractor Performance System – one of the first systems to collect and retrieve contractor past performance information.
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SHARON RIDLEY, MODERATOR
Ms. Ridley is the former Executive Director for the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). She was responsible for oversight of programs that promote small business participation in VA procurements, with special emphasis on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses.
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Jerone Jones
Panelist
Mr. Jones is the President and Chief Executive of JustOne Solutions, a cybersecurity consulting and training company that focuses on Cloud and Security Operations.
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Dr. Mary-Margaret Chantré
Panelist
Dr. Chantré is a highly accomplished cybersecurity, IT and AI professional with Premier Enterprise Solutions, LLC. She has 20+ years of vital experience.
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Denise Benjamin Sirmons
Panelist
Ms. Benjamin Sirmons serves as the Director of the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, responsible for leading the EPA’s efforts to advance the business, regulatory and
environmental compliance concerns of small and disadvantaged businesses.
She has served in various leadership positions at the EPA, including in the Office of Grants and Debarment, and the Office of Acquisition Management. Before joining the EPA, she was the Assistant General Counsel for Contracting at the U.S. Small Business Administration, and worked as a litigator for a major national law firm.
Ms. Benjamin Sirmons holds a Master of Laws Degree in Government Procurement Law from George Washington University Law School.
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Andrea Brandon
Panelist
Ms. Brandon is currently the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) for Budget, Finance, Grants and Acquisition within the Department of Interior (DOI). As the DAS she has executive responsibility for the leadership and strategic direction of all budget, finance, financial assistance, acquisitions, property, and related business IT systems for the DOI. This portfolio comprises of more than $5.3 Billion in financial assistance and contract awards across the United States.
She was formerly the DAS for the Office of Grants and Acquisition Policy and Accountability (OGAPA), the Senior Procurement Executive, and the Suspension and Debarment Official for the Department of Health and Human Services.
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Google LLC is an American multinational corporation and technology company focusing on online advertising, search engine technology, cloud computing, computer software, quantum computing, e-commerce, consumer electronics, and artificial intelligence. | |
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned Corporation supporting the values and traditions of our Native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services, and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. | |
USAID is the world's premier international development agency and a catalytic actor driving development results. USAID's work advances U.S. national security and economic prosperity, demonstrates American generosity, and promotes a path to recipient self-reliance and resilience. | |
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The Environmental Protection Agency is an independent agency of the United States government tasked with environmental protection matters.
The mission of EPA is to protect human health and the environment.
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FIRST NATIONAL BANK
First National Bank, celebrating 160 years in 2024, is a diversified financial services company.
They provide a full range of commercial banking, consumer banking, and wealth management solutions.
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HIGH IMPACT PARTNERS
H!P subject matter experts bring diverse and complementary expertise to each client, project, and program.
They provide a wide-range of services and solutions to federal government agencies, Fortune 500 companies, nonprofit and corporate organizations, and foundations nationwide.
H!P is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Minority-Owned Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB).
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PREMIER ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS
As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Premier Enterprise Solutions is committed to ensuring Veteran-Owned Small Businesses have equal access to the information and resources necessary for growth and sustainability.
As an Air Force veteran, Premier’s President, Jackie Lopez is an innovative and results-driven IT executive who is the visionary force behind Premier Enterprise Solutions.
Ms. Lopez previously served as the Director of Defense Department programs at the Federal Systems and Integration Center (FEDSIM), U.S. General Services Administration where she oversaw the annual sales, acquisition, and administration of $120 million of information technology contracts.
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PREMIER GROUP
When Joye Sistrunk founded Premier Group in 2005, she had the qualities and values every successful business owner needs – purpose, vision, dedication, and integrity. She foresaw an accounting firm that could serve a diverse group of clients – government agencies, federal contractors, nonprofits, and mid-sized businesses alike – while never forgetting to serve the community at large.
Premier Group understands that there aren’t many people out there who truly love—as they do—to get their hands dirty in things like audit and assurance services, financial budgeting and forecasting, risk management, litigation support, and tax advice/preparation.
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EVENT REGISTRATION SPONSOR
**Please note AWG team members will be on site to handle registration logistics.**
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ALEXIS | WINDHAM GROUP
Alexis | Windham Group is a premier partner that provides a full range of business administration and event planning services. Whether you’re a nonprofit seeking HR and administrative guidance, an established business aiming for operational efficiency, or an annual conference looking for the perfect event manager, they provide tailored solutions that drive results and leave lasting impressions.
ALEXIS COOK
Ms. Cook is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Alexis| Windham Group. She has more than 30 years in providing professional administrative services to nonprofits and small businesses. Ms. Cook resigned from Corporate America in 2005 and never looked back. In 2022, Ms. Cook partnered with Ms. Mary Windham to form the Alexis | Windham Group, LLC.
MARY WINDHAM
Ms. Windham is the Co-Founder of Alexis| Windham. She is passionate about what she does. A dedicated professional, she’s spent her life perfecting every last detail of the events she touches, which shows in her work's quality. Mary has over 20 years of experience in the meeting and event industry. She’s a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) with a Master’s in Event Management from George Washington University and a Bachelor’s in Travel and Tourism from Johnson & Wales University.
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Government Employees
Use GOVSAVE2024 to register for the Panel Discussion + Networking Happy Hour.
*Must use a government email address when registering.
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NCMA Members
To register for the Entire Symposium, Matchmaking + Panel Discussion, or Panel Discussion + Networking Happy Hour Get code from NCMA.
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For questions and/or sponsorship information,
please call Warren Edwards at (301) 440-0282.
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